Bihar Election Results: Exit Polls Favor NDA Victory as Tejashwi Dismisses Predictions | India News
With the Bihar election results for 2025 scheduled for announcement on Friday, recent exit polls indicate a likely victory for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). While NDA leaders embrace these predictions, opposition figures, particularly from the RJD and Jan Surraj, have raised concerns about their accuracy.
Bihar Election Exit Poll Predictions
The exit polls, conducted by various agencies, reveal a competitive landscape in Bihar’s political arena. The Axis My India projection estimates the NDA to secure between 121 to 141 seats out of the 243 available in the Bihar Assembly.
- Majority Mark: 122 seats needed for a majority.
- Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance): Expected to win 98 to 118 seats.
Other pollsters have released varying forecasts. The People’s Pulse survey projected the NDA obtaining between 133 to 159 seats, while suggesting the Mahagathbandhan would achieve 75 to 101 seats. Additionally, Jan Surraj is projected to receive only 0-5 seats.
Detailed Exit Poll Results
| Pollster | NDA Seats | Mahagathbandhan Seats | Jan Surraj Seats | Others/Independent Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axis My India | 121-141 | 98-118 | N/A | N/A |
| People’s Pulse | 133-159 | 75-101 | 0-5 | 2-8 |
| Today’s Chanakya | 148-172 | 65-89 | 3-9 | 0-2 |
| People’s Insight | 133-148 | 87-102 | 0-2 | 3-6 |
| JVC | 135-150 | 88-103 | N/A | N/A |
Tejashwi Yadav Challenges Predictions
Tejashwi Yadav, the chief ministerial candidate for the Mahagathbandhan, has dismissed the exit poll findings. He argues that his party’s internal assessments suggest that the NDA is “nervous” about its prospects. Yadav emphasized the significant voter turnout during the second phase of polling, noting long wait times at polling stations and asserting that the predictions were premature.
Congress Responds to Exit Polls
Congress leaders have also expressed skepticism regarding the exit polls. K C Venugopal urged caution, recalling a previous instance in Haryana where exit polls misjudged the outcome. He stated, “Let us wait for the real results.” Additionally, Congress MP Digvijaya Singh raised concerns about potential voter manipulation, highlighting the need for transparency in the electoral process.
As the announcement of the Bihar election results approaches, the actual voter sentiment remains to be seen, contrasting sharply with the exit poll predictions.
